Group Hails Gov Sani’s Peace Efforts In Southern Kaduna

A group under the auspices of Kaduna Scribes, a prominent professional forum in the state, has dismissed recent reports suggesting that Southern Kaduna, particularly Kauru local government area, has been neglected amid rising insecurity.

In a statement signed by its national chairman, Comrade Ezekiel Gambo, yesterday, the forum described the claims as “misleading and unfounded.”

It stressed that such reports fail to reflect the deliberate and proactive security measures being implemented by Governor Uba Sani’s administration.

While acknowledging that isolated security incidents continue to occur in parts of Kauru and other communities, the group said portraying the situation as a result of government neglect constitutes a “gross distortion of facts” and a “flawed narrative.”

The group emphasized that tackling insurgency and banditry is a complex task and noted that no credible leader, especially Governor Sani, would remain passive in the face of threats to peace and stability.

“Since assuming office, Governor Sani has prioritised the protection of lives, restoration of peace, and promotion of unity across Southern Kaduna and the wider state. His administration has adopted an intelligence-driven security strategy anchored on collaboration, inclusiveness, and sustainability.

Regular high-level security meetings involving service chiefs, the Kaduna State Security Council, and community stakeholders to coordinate rapid responses to threats.

“Enhanced troop deployments and sustained patrols in vulnerable communities to deter attacks.

Continuous engagement with traditional rulers, youth groups, and religious leaders to improve intelligence gathering and strengthen peaceful coexistence. Rehabilitation programs and support for the safe return of displaced persons to previously affected areas,” the group said.

Kaduna Scribes said the administration’s “whole-of-society approach” is deliberate, consistent, and yielding measurable results despite the challenges posed by criminal elements.

The group urged community leaders, stakeholders, and petitioners to support ongoing security efforts through constructive engagement rather than amplifying narratives that could heighten fear or disrupt operations.